Virtually no info on a 1996 Minnie WF329RQ?

[clarkfam]

Hello there!
I just picked up a 1996 Minnie (WF329RQ) on a E350 chassis and the 7.5L V8. I’m finding it very difficult to find owner reviews and insights for this particular configuration. Being that this is our first motorhome and we intend to drive cross country in it, I was hoping someone ( anyone! lol) would have some wisdom and insights to share on this model.

Mechanically the rig appears to be in great shape aside from the common exhaust manifold leak. I’ve also already ordered a Safe-T-Plus stabilizer for it, since that seems highly recommended for any class c. Looking forward to the road ahead!

 

[be happy]

First off welcome to the Forum!
It might help you in your quest to find information about your unit to become familiar with the Winnebago owners pages. Those topics like wiring, plumbing, owners manual can become a very helpful piece of information.

Winnebago Owner Resources| Legendary Customer Service

Looking for parts, service, or dealers? Let our Owner Resources section help you find the service and information you're looking for to keep your Winnebago on the road.

winnebago.com

Good luck in your adventures

 

[Morich]

Welcome to the group and perhaps some notes for new folks?
We often think of the mechanical and look at it, but there are two areas which show up here really often and it is simply because the newer suers miss a couple points and let it sneak up on them!
RV are trucks and we DO need to watch that part but they are also a house built on top and that makes lots of different things to watch.
One of the more common failures is the battery systems. There are two 12VDC systems, not just the normal truck one!
We also tend to miss the idea that we don't drive the RV every day and that can let batteries slowly drain down to kill them!
So we need to be aware that most RV will have small battery drains while we store them. Even when we turn the battery disconnect switches OFF, they may still drain the batteries if we are not alert! Safety items like the co and propane detectors are sneaky ones that stay on!
Be alert and take some time to study which batteries are charged, when and how! It can be a trick as the answers vary, depending on your specific RV and what previous owners may have done. Don't assume things are like you expect as it is often a bummer to find it has cost you a set of batteries!

It's a frequent subject here and it can often be worked out to make sense. But the bigger problems is folks are not aware and don't ask. I encourage you to ask all those questions if /when things are not clear.
It tends to boggle the mind on the first 30 years or travel !!! We've all been there!


Also check the roof and sides around windows for sealing that may need dedone. That is one area that can be leaking and really ruin the fun if we find we have let something as simple as a taillight or one of those little lights on the cab front leak long enough to ruin the ceiling inside!
Sealing and caulking may be your new hobby if you are DIY folks!
But it's lots more fun than replacing rotten wood!

Enjoy! But stay alert!

 

[clarkfam]

Welcome to the group and perhaps some notes for new folks?
We often think of the mechanical and look at it, but there are two areas which show up here really often and it is simply because the newer suers miss a couple points and let it sneak up on them!
RV are trucks and we DO need to watch that part but they are also a house built on top and that makes lots of different things to watch.
One of the more common failures is the battery systems. There are two 12VDC systems, not just the normal truck one!
We also tend to miss the idea that we don't drive the RV every day and that can let batteries slowly drain down to kill them!
So we need to be aware that most RV will have small battery drains while we store them. Even when we turn the battery disconnect switches OFF, they may still drain the batteries if we are not alert! Safety items like the co and propane detectors are sneaky ones that stay on!
Be alert and take some time to study which batteries are charged, when and how! It can be a trick as the answers vary, depending on your specific RV and what previous owners may have done. Don't assume things are like you expect as it is often a bummer to find it has cost you a set of batteries!

It's a frequent subject here and it can often be worked out to make sense. But the bigger problems is folks are not aware and don't ask. I encourage you to ask all those questions if /when things are not clear.
It tends to boggle the mind on the first 30 years or travel !!! We've all been there!


Also check the roof and sides around windows for sealing that may need dedone. That is one area that can be leaking and really ruin the fun if we find we have let something as simple as a taillight or one of those little lights on the cab front leak long enough to ruin the ceiling inside!
Sealing and caulking may be your new hobby if you are DIY folks!
But it's lots more fun than replacing rotten wood!

Enjoy! But stay alert!

I appreciate the tips! I have an rv “coach tech” coming out Tuesday to give it a run down and let me know of anything I missed. As someone who enjoys DIYing, im on the fence as to whether or not I want him to find some problems lol. Thank you!

 

[Morich]

Yes, I'm always concerned when we have inspections on house purchases! It often gets down to what the inspector finds important in his life and that may miss what is important to YOU!
that age range in RV is much like any of us as we get older? There may be a lot of nicks to point out but the really important stuff needs a deeper look to sort out how critical that may be!